hey,
I am also using the Lightwave/Motionbuilder combination and so far there aren't any tutorials that show how to rig properly in Lightwave and then export SUCCESSFULLY to Motionbuilder. But there are tutorials at 3Dbuzz.com that show how to rig in Maya and in Max, and name the bones properly and such. After watching them set it all up in Maya and send it to Motionbuilder, I was still unable to successfully import a character into MB. Also if you dont want to go download the VTM from 3Dbuzz, you can just open up MB and put a basic character (that is free w/ MB) and looking under the characterize panel. It shows the names you must use on your bones. Hopefully 3DBuzz will do a VTM on how to set up a character properly in Lightwave and sending it to MB.

Best of Luck

__________________
"To put alcohol in the human brain is like putting sand in the bearings of an engine." -Thomas Edison

Hi, I boned up a character in LightWave by using the exact technique and naming conventions as in the Maya VTM, it is totally identical. I did have to have a couple of goes at it though, but it does characterise (note correct english spelling ) I tested some animation and merged back to the LW scene - it actually works!
Make sure you parent everything properly in layout and get the naming correct, and you should be alright.

Follow Us On:

The CGSociety

The CGSociety is the most respected and accessible global organization for creative digital artists. The CGS supports artists at every level by offering a range of services to connect, inform, educate and promote digital artists worldwide. More about us on TheArtSociety.com